Heavy Equipment Technician, Certificate of Achievement

Upon successful completion of the Heavy Equipment Technician certificate, the student demonstrates skills, knowledge, and training for entry-level employment for the following positions: technician for heavy equipment dealerships, technician for heavy equipment repair facilities, technician for agricultural dealerships/repair shops, and technician for industrial engine dealers. The student demonstrates skills to receive state and national certification in two areas: Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Emissions Control by the state of California Air Resource Board (ARB); and Air Conditioning Certification by Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Heavy Equipment Technician certificate, 70 percent of the program students will demonstrate the necessary skills to receive state and national certification in two areas: Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Emissions Control by the state of California Air Resource Board (ARB); and Air Conditioning Certification by Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).

Core Requirements

Complete 27.5 units

AGEGR 030C

Industrial Equipment: Electrical and Electronic Systems

5

DIESL 094

Diesel Engine Principles

3

DIESL 095

Diesel Engine Repair

4.5

DIESL 096

Diesel Engine Fuel and Tune-Up

3

DIESL 097

Diesel Air Conditioning

2

DIESL 099

Computer Diagnosis and Troubleshooting

2

INDUS 035

Mobile Hydraulics

4

WELDING 010

Basic Welding for the Trades

4

Restricted Electives

Complete 3 units selected from:

INDUS 094

Industrial Mathematics

3

Associate Degree Mathematics Requirement

 

Minimum Units Required: 30.5

Complete all courses with a grade of "C" or better.